The nursing manager is making assignments for the OR. Which case should the manager assign to the inexperienced nurse?
1. The client having open-heart surgery
2. The client having a biopsy of the breast
3. The client having laser eye surgery
4. The client having a laparoscopic knee repair
2. The client having a biopsy of the breast
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During a nursing assessment, an older adult tells the nurse about increasing loss of balance. Which patient teaching should the nurse implement to address musculoskeletal reasons for the loss of balance?
a. Exercise with light weights b. Stand on one foot at a time c. Train with the use of sit-ups d. Work out in a swimming pool
What is the correct order for administration of oral medications?
1) Administer oral tablets first. 2) Administer oral capsules second. 3) Administer oral liquid medications first. 4) Administer oral liquid medications second. A) 1, 4 B) 2, 3 C) It does not matter what order the medications are administered. D) Capsules have to be administered first then tablets and oral liquid medications.
A community/public health nurse is assessing a family who is experiencing multiple problems. Which of the following observations is the nurse most likely to make if the family is experiencing a disturbance in internal dynamics? (Select all that apply.)
a. The family adapts to changing situations and problems. b. Communication is indirect and sometimes inconsistent. c. Family myths and secrets are shared among family members. d. Achievement of tasks for the developmental stage is difficult. e. Parental roles and functions are shared among the various family members. f. Values are established and modifiable.
During the morning bath, the client asks if the nurse is religious and believes in God. What guideline would be most helpful to the nurse in formulating a response to this question?
1. The nurse's personal life is none of the client's business. 2. Religion and politics are two subjects not discussed in polite society. 3. Will sharing this information positively contribute to the relationship? 4. What is the culture of the facility regarding self-disclosure?